Lifeguard

Position Summary: YMCA of the Rockies Lifeguards will explain safety rules to patrons, warn them about unsafe situations, and enforce policies on showers and proper attire. Lifeguards ensure the safety of patrons in the facility by preventing and responding to emergencies. You will play an instrumental role in maintaining facility cleanliness by inspecting swimming pool areas, locker rooms and restrooms. Lifeguards must maintain test-ready CPR/Lifeguarding/First Aid skills and will be required to attend regular trainings.

About YMCA of the Rockies - Snow Mountain Ranch:

• YMCA of the Rockies is a full-fledged camp & conference center located outside Rocky Mountain National Park in the mountain towns of Estes Park, Colorado and Granby, Colorado. Join us this summer and experience the adventure of living in a genuine mountain town working for an even more incredible mission
• Snow Mountain Ranch is located 20 minutes from the western entrance of Rocky Mountain National Park, home to Grand Lake, Lake Granby, and Shadow Mountain Lake, and 15 minutes from Winter Park Resort. Winter Park Resort has an incredible summer adventure park that YMCA staff have free passes to use at the alpine slide, which is the longest alpine slide in Colorado. Snow Mountain Ranch also have free access to Hot Sulphur Hot Springs, which is located about 20 minutes from our property, as well. Snow Mountain Ranch is an incredible 5,100-acre mountain resort that offers endless hiking and biking trails, as well as a reservoir that overlooks the continental divide. Staff are welcome to canoe, relax, and fish at the reservoir. 

Essential Functions:

• Assess situations swiftly and make judicious decisions regarding the safety of swimmers. Top candidates are excellent communicators, swift and safety-minded.
• Warn swimmers regarding unsafe situations.
• Responding to emergencies and rescue swimmers in danger of drowning.
• Perform first aid.
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of the facility
• Maintain records and reports
• Remain alert with no periods of inattentiveness
• Observe all sections of assigned zones
• Know and implement all safety procedures
• Uphold and adhere to the policies of the YMCA of the Rockies and the Program Department
• Know and adhere to pool policies and procedures
• Use a variety of cleaning chemicals and follow proper cleaning procedures to clean the pool facility
• Participate in all In-service trainings; be prepared, teachable and provide feedback when appropriate
• Operate telephone, rescue equipment and cleaning equipment
• Read and speak English fluently

Requirements/ Qualifications:

• Provide lifeguard oversight of reservoir and all canoeing activities during summer months
• Explain rules of canoes to guests and assist with getting into and out of canoes
• Maintain cleanliness of waterfront equipment
• Assist teaching swimming lessons
• Facilitates games out on the water
• Previous lifeguarding experience preferred
• Current certification in Lifeguarding (American Red Cross, YMCA, Ellis or equivalent) and CPR/AED.
  • Willing to certify for the right candidate.
• Have the physical mobility to properly use aquatics equipment and meet strength and lifting requirements to rescue pool patrons.
• May be asked to meet a weekly swim quota.
• May be asked to obtain Emergency Oxygen training (provided, at no cost).
• Able to work with people of diverse backgrounds including, age, race, gender, faith, and socio-economic level.

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

Dress Code:
In addition to the Appearance, Attire and Hygiene section outlined in the Seasonal Staff & Volunteer Handbook, the following applies to YMCA Lifeguards:

• Female Lifeguards: One-piece swimsuit or YMCA appropriate tankinis/two-pieces, modest shorts (no short shorts or words on the rear), lifeguard shirt (provided), whistle and staff I.D.
• Male Lifeguards: Modes shorts (no short shorts or words on the rear), lifeguard shirt (provided), whistle and staff I.D.

Compensation & Employee Perks:
This is a seasonal position paying $14.92/hour with the opportunity to opt-in to the Rocky Mountain Living Package which includes:

• Housing in dormitory style rooms
• 3 meals per day, 7 days per week
• Laundry facilities
• YMCA of the Rockies membership
• Free or discounted gear rentals for outdoor adventures
• Access to our Staff Activities team that offers individual support to you
• Rocky Mountain National Park as your backyard
• Discounted nights at YMCA of the Rockies lodges for family & friends
• Free shuttle to and from YMCA of the Rockies to downtown Estes Park throughout the summer that runs every 30 minutes and free transit system called, "The Lift" in Grand County, Colorado.